The cause of fibromyalgia remains elusive. However, recent studies show that genetic factors can predispose individuals to a genetic susceptibility to fibromyal See similar questions...

this time RPC is not believed to be hereditary, however there are several families with documented and diagnosed RPC in them. Siblings are the most commonly found grouping, although several twins only one twin developed RPC. The next factor seen is parent and child, then grandparent and child. See similar questions...

Hereditary hemochromatosis is a genetic disease that is the result of inheriting two defective copies of a particular gene, one from each parent. The mutation in this gene causes the intestine to absorb too much iron. Over time, usually several years, this excess iron is deposited in the cells of the liver, heart, pancreas, joints, and pituitary gland. If left untreated, organ damage can result. See similar questions...

Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) is a very rare and potentially life threatening genetic condition that occurs in about 1/10,000 to 1/50,000 people. HAE symptoms include episodes of edema (swelling) in various body parts including the hands, feet, face, and airway. In addition, patients often have bouts of excruciating abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting that is caused by swelling in the intestinal wall. Airway swelling is particularly dangerous and can lead to death by asphyxiation. See similar questions...

Heredity does seem to play a role. Ten percent of lupus patients have a first-degree relative (sister, daughter, son, mother) or a second-degree relative (aunt, uncle, first cousin) with lupus. Therefore, 90 percent of lupus patients DO NOT have relatives with lupus. Even in identical twins, when one sibling has lupus and the other twin does not, it is believed there are environmental factors that play an important role. See similar questions...

No, hammertoes and bunions are caused by pathomechanics, although shoe gear can aggravate the symptoms that can cause these problems. See similar questions...

Research indicates that genetic factors may play a part in causing autism in some individuals. Most researchers agree that autism probably results from many separate causes. See similar questions...

Myalgia is muscle pain, often accompanied by weakness. FM patients have many overlapping medical symptoms with EMS patients, and one is muscle pain. Some with EMS have been diagnosed as having FM secondary to EMS, while others might have had pre-existing FM before they got EMS - perhaps as the result of a car accident or some other trauma. See similar questions...

Fibromyalgia, sometimes called Fibromyalgia Syndrome, Fibromyositis, Fibrositis, or Myofascial Pain Syndrome, is a chronic disorder characterized by extensive m See similar questions...

The diagnosis is made by a history of chronic muscle pains and the finding of muscle tender points in specific areas. See similar questions...

There is no proof that Social Phobia is hereditary. Some epidemiologic data suggest it, but there are not enough elements to warrant a conclusion. The same occurrence in one of the parents cannot be regarded as evidence. A person's self-concept, values, and beliefs, as well as many current feelings and emotions, may have their roots in childhood, when the self was being formed. See similar questions...

Yes, heredity plays a role. In one out of five persons with alopecia areata, someone else in the family also has it. Those who develop alopecia areata for the first time after the age of thirty years have less likelihood that another family member will have it. Those who develop their first patch of alopecia areata before the age of thirty have a higher possibility that other family members will also have it. See similar questions...

There is an increase in AMD among children of AMD patients. This is one more reason why your children, after age 40, should have regular eye exams at least every other year. See similar questions...

To some extent, but this does not mean that it is impossible to treat. Environment, stress and even your personality can play a role. Genetics are also said to play a part in baldness. However, Hair Fantastiques success rate with thinning hair and male patter baldness is very high.top See similar questions...

According to estimates, approximately 29.5 million people in the United States suffer from migraine. Four out of five (80 percent) of them report a family history of migraine, but scientists are not sure if this is genetic or a family predisposition. Despite the uncertainty, a child has a 50% chance of having migraine if one parent suffers and a 75% chance if both parents suffer. See similar questions...